Floor Replacement Cost Calculator

Flooring drives 8–15% of home renovation budget; quality choice impacts ROI.

Total sq ft

Per sq ft installed

Removal $/sf

Subfloor repair

Total cost

$17,600

Material + install

$14,400

All-in $/sf

$10

How the math works

Material + install + removal + subfloor repair.

1,800 × $8 = $14,400 + 1,800 × $1.50 = $2,700 + $500 = $17,600 floor replacement.

How to Use

Enter total sq ft.
Enter per sq ft installed.
Enter removal $/sf.
Enter subfloor repair.
Read total cost.

Frequently Asked Questions

Flooring cost by material?

Carpet basic: $2–5/sf installed. Carpet premium (wool, Stainmaster): $5–14/sf. LVP (luxury vinyl plank): $4–10/sf installed. Engineered hardwood: $7–15/sf. Solid hardwood: $9–18/sf. Tile (ceramic): $5–12/sf. Tile (porcelain): $7–15/sf. Stone tile: $10–25/sf. Bamboo: $5–10/sf. Cork: $7–12/sf. Laminate: $3–8/sf. Removal of existing: $1–3/sf. Subfloor repair: $1–4/sf. Rooms: bedrooms 200–300 sf, kitchens 150–250, full house 1,500–3,000 sf typical.

How accurate is this estimate?

Material and labor estimates are accurate to ±15% with reasonable inputs but local market conditions vary. Major markets cost 30–60% more than rural. Labor rates regional (union vs non-union, prevailing wage). Material prices fluctuate with commodity cycles. Get 3 contractor bids for any work over $5k. This calculator is a sanity check, not a substitute for actual quotes.

DIY vs contractor?

DIY savings: 40–70% of contractor cost on labor. Realistic skill threshold: painting, basic plumbing, simple electrical, drywall, flooring. Pro required: structural, gas, complex electrical, HVAC, roofing (warranty + insurance), permits. Permitted work without license risks insurance and resale. Time: hobby DIYers 3–5x slower than pro. Tools and learning curve real.

Permit and code compliance?

Permits required for: structural changes, additions, electrical service changes, plumbing rough-in, HVAC replacement, roof replacement (varies), fence (varies). Cost: $50–2,000+ depending on scope. Skipping permit risks: stop work order, fines, forced removal, insurance denial, resale title issues. Always pull permit; cost is small relative to compliance friction.